In depth Guide to 2nd House
Author: Shivani Sahay
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Last Published: Jun 23, 2025
The Second House in Vedic astrology governs wealth, speech, family, and values. It reflects how we earn, save, and communicate, as well as our emotional ties to family and possessions. This house reveals early upbringing, financial habits, and inner self-worth. Planetary placements, the Second House lord’s position, and yogas significantly influence outcomes here. A strong Second House fosters stability and abundance, while afflictions may lead to financial or familial challenges. Understanding this house offers key insights into material and emotional security.
It is the first week of the month.
You and your friend get your salary.
Your friend books Goa tickets and buys a new phone on EMI.
You, meanwhile, quietly move half of your salary into an FD or SIP.
Same paycheck, different spending habits.
Why?
In Vedic astrology, the reason often lies in your Second House, also known as Dhana Bhava or Kutumba Bhava.
This house silently shapes how you earn, save, spend, speak, and feel secure about your assets and values.
What Is the Second House in Vedic Astrology #
The Second House is called the House of Wealth and Family. It covers accumulated wealth, savings, family assets, speech, food habits, and self-worth. It influences your comfort zone, family values, and attitude towards money and resources.
Key Areas Ruled by the Second House #
Wealth and Savings
The Second House governs your earned income, cash flow, savings, jewellery, and movable property. It also shows your family bank balance and how easily you can hold onto what you earn.
Speech and Communication
Known as the house of Vāk sthāna, it affects how polite, blunt, persuasive, or clear your speech is. It also relates to voice talent, singing, poetry, and public speaking.
Family Values and Food Habits
Called Kutumba Bhava, this house shows your early family environment, cultural values, and eating habits. It also indicates how attached you are to comfort and good food.
Body Parts Associated with the Second House
The Second House rules the lower face, including the mouth, teeth, tongue, throat, voice box (or the larynx), and right eye. A strong house supports better speech, clear vision, and an attractive face. Weak or malefic influences can show speech impediments, throat issues, dental problems, or right eye troubles.
Did You Know?
A weak Second House can cause dental and throat issues, or even thyroid trouble (especially if Saturn is involved).
Rahu or Ketu here may cause inheritance conflicts or sudden financial ups and downs.
Craving sweets or binge eating can be linked to an afflicted Venus or Moon.
How to Find Your Second House in Your Birth Chart #
Open your Kundli and locate the second box next to your Ascendant (First House).
The number in this box shows the zodiac sign ruling your Second House.
The ruling planet of this sign is your Second House Lord. Its placement reveals more about your wealth pattern and speech style.
Aries → Mars
Taurus → Venus
Gemini → Mercury
Cancer → Moon
Leo → Sun
Virgo → Mercury
Libra → Venus
Scorpio → Mars (sometimes Ketu too)
Sagittarius → Jupiter
Capricorn → Saturn
Aquarius → Saturn (sometimes Rahu too)
Pisces → Jupiter
For example, if your Ascendant (First House) is Aries, then Taurus becomes your Second House. The planetary ruler of Taurus is Venus, so Venus becomes your Second House lord. The placement of this lord and any planets residing in the Second House will deeply influence the results attributed to this house.
What Does Each Zodiac Sign Mean in the Second House? #
| Sign Number | Zodiac Sign | General Traits When in the Second House |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aries | Earns boldly, spends impulsively, straightforward speech, may struggle to save. |
| 2 | Taurus | Good saver, loves luxury and comfort, pleasant speech, values stable wealth. |
| 3 | Gemini | Earns through communication, clever with money, witty speech, and flexible income sources. |
| 4 | Cancer | Emotional spender, values family security, soft speech, gains through family support. |
| 5 | Leo | Proud about wealth, generous, authoritative speech, spends on status and recognition. |
| 6 | Virgo | Practical with money, careful saver, analytical speech, may earn through service or teaching. |
| 7 | Libra | Balanced approach to money, spends on beauty and comfort, sweet and diplomatic speech. |
| 8 | Scorpio | Intense focus on savings, secretive about money, sharp speech, income from research or hidden sources. |
| 9 | Sagittarius | Earns through knowledge or teaching, generous, wise speech, may spend freely on travel and learning. |
| 10 | Capricon | Disciplined saver, cautious with spending, serious speech, builds wealth slowly but steadily. |
| 11 | Aquarius | Unconventional income sources, progressive ideas, friendly speech, spends on social causes or technology. |
| 12 | Pisces | May be careless with money, spiritual or charitable spending, gentle speech, income through creative or spiritual work. |
Effects of Lords in the Second House #
Each second house lord influences your wealth, speech, and family comfort differently.
| Planet | Key Traits and Influence | If Afflicted |
|---|---|---|
| Sun | Authority in the family, self-respect, stable earnings | Ego issues, harsh words |
| Moon | Soft speech, family support, and emotional security | Mood swings, impulsive spending |
| Mars | Bold income methods, assertive speech | Impulsive spending, aggression in words |
| Mercury | Clear communication, smart financial moves | Gossip, lying, and miscommunication |
| Jupiter | Stable income, moral values, wisdom | Overgenerosity, misplaced trust |
| Venus | Love for comfort, polite speech, and good taste | Overspending on luxury |
| Saturn | Disciplined saving, slow steady wealth | Delays in money matters, reserved speech |
| Rahu | Sudden wealth, foreign sources, impactful voice | Greed, unstable finances |
| Ketu | Detachment from wealth, spiritual inclination | Carelessness with savings, reserved nature |
Every planetary lord behaves differently depending on the sign it's placed in. Some strengthen its power while others weaken it.
If Mars is in Taurus, they might earn from land or agriculture and spend wisely.
If Mars is in Scorpio, they could take bold financial risks or invest in research or secrets.
Understanding the Importance of Your Second House Lord’s Placement #
While planets sitting in the Second House shape your wealth and speech directly, the placement of the Second House Lord shows where your money comes from and how stable it stays.
Use this quick guide to understand what it means when your Second House ruler sits in any of the twelve houses:
| Placement | What it means |
|---|---|
| In the First House (Ascendant) | You earn mainly through your own efforts and skills. You value independence but might face ups and downs in family relationships. |
| In the Second House | Strong chance to build wealth and maintain family support. You may focus a lot on saving and possessions. |
| In the Third House | Earnings come through communication, writing, media, or help from siblings. You work hard and think creatively. |
| In the Fourth House | Money and comfort through real estate, land, vehicles, or family property. Good home environment brings peace. |
| In the Fifth House | Income connected to education, children, creative work, or investments. You may earn through teaching, arts, or speculation. |
| In the Sixth House | Money comes through service jobs, health fields, or legal work. Possible challenges with loans or debts if not careful. |
| In the Seventh House | Gains through business partnerships, marriage, or dealing with the public. You may do well in consulting or client-focused work. |
| In the Eighth House | Money may come from inheritance, insurance, or hidden sources. Sometimes sudden financial ups and downs. |
| In the Ninth House | Wealth through higher education, travel, or spiritual work. Luck supports steady income and respect. |
| In the Tenth House | Income through career and your own hard work. Good placement for building a strong reputation and steady growth. |
| In the Eleventh House | Brings steady income, financial gains through friends, social networks, and supportive connections. |
| In the Twelfth House | Expenses may be high. Money might go toward travel, spiritual activities, or charity. Good planning helps avoid losses. |
How Planetary Strength Affects the Second House #
Exalted Planets
Support stable savings, polite speech, and strong family ties.
Example: Venus is exalted in Pisces.Debilitated Planets
Causes irregular income, harsh speech, and possible family misunderstandings.
Example: Mercury is debilitated in PiscesRetrograde Planets
Bring unusual income paths or unconventional values.Combust Planets
Weaken the planet's effect, leading to money stress or unclear speech.
Important Yogas for the Second House #
Khadg Yoga
Formed when the lords of the Second and Ninth Houses exchange signs, and the Ascendant lord is placed in a Kendra or Trikona. This yoga brings wealth and good fortune.
Raj Yoga
If the Second House lord joins with Kendra or Trikona lords in powerful houses or signs, it may produce Raj Yoga, indicating prosperity and recognition.
Own Sign or Exaltation
If the Second House lord is in its own sign or exalted, it can lead to fame, generosity, and a strong sense of responsibility towards family and society.
Professions Linked to the Second House #
A strong Second House supports careers in banking, finance, investments, teaching, public speaking, singing, food business, jewellery, and family-run enterprises. The placement of Mercury, Venus, or Jupiter often favours communication and wealth management roles.
Want to Know More About Your Wealth Potential? #
Learn what your Second House reveals about your finances, family, and speech style. Talk to a Vaya astrologer and take charge of your finances today.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Second House reveal about my financial situation?
The Second House reflects how you earn, manage, and accumulate wealth. It shows your capacity for financial stability, savings, and material possessions. A strong Second House or well-placed Second House lord often indicates financial security, while afflictions may suggest instability, overspending, or difficulty retaining wealth. It's not just about income but how you value, sustain, and use your resources.
What is the importance of the Second House lord’s placement?
The Second House lord’s placement shows the source and pathway of wealth, speech, and family influence in your life. For example, if the lord is placed in the Tenth House, wealth may come through career or authority. If it's in the Twelfth House, you may experience financial drains or spend on spiritual or charitable causes. The house, sign, strength, and aspects to this lord provide deeper insight into these areas.
Can the Second House predict how one speaks or the power of their voice?
Definitely. The Second House governs vocal expression, tone, and even the physical voice. Mercury, Moon, or Venus here can bless you with a pleasant, intelligent, or artistic voice. The Sun or Mars may give a bold, assertive tone, while afflictions might indicate harsh, blunt, or careless speech. It’s also associated with singing, public speaking, or using one’s voice professionally, depending on planetary support.
Can the Second House influence one’s facial features or appearance?
Yes, the Second House rules the face and contributes to how one's facial features are perceived. It influences the shape, charm, or symmetry of the face, along with the condition of the eyes, mouth, and teeth. Benefic influences often result in a pleasing appearance and expressive face, while malefic placements might bring issues like dental problems, speech defects, or eye troubles.
Can the Second House show if someone will be wealthy?
The potential for wealth is strongly linked to the Second House, but it must be assessed along with the Eleventh House (gains), Fifth House (past life merit), and Tenth House (career). A powerful Second House with benefic influence and a well-placed Second House lord can indicate strong wealth potential. Yogas like Dhana Yoga or Raj Yoga involving the Second House also enhance financial prospects.